Where is the green heart of Italy?
Where is the green heart of Italy? Umbria is called “the green heart of Italy” for a reason. It is incredibly fertile (even by Italian standards) but its agriculture is still mostly small-scale, with olives, grapes and grain grown by families that have worked their land for generations.
What food is Tuscany famous for?
Here is a short list of those that must be tasted at least once in a lifetime!
- Tuscan black croutons.
- Colonnata Lard.
- Panzanella.
- Pappa al pomodoro.
- Ribollita.
- Cacciucco.
- Tripe and lampredotto.
- Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Fiorentina steak)
Why is Tuscany so special?
Tuscany has an immense cultural and artistic heritage, expressed in the region's churches, palaces, art galleries, museums, villages, and piazzas. Many of these artifacts are found in the main cities, such as Florence and Siena, but also in smaller villages scattered around the region, such as San Gimignano.